As you probably already know, this week the movie Wicked came out in cinemas. And you also probably know that Wicked is based on The Wizard of Oz, but what you probably don’t know is how The Wizard of Oz took some of its inspiration from Homer’s Odyssey. We will Read more…
Today on World Philosophy Day, we will talk about Mr. Robot, the tv series starring Rami Malek that has many important and not so obvious philosophical sub-plots in the show. In case you are not familiar with Mr. Robot, it is a show that was in part inspired by Fight Read more…
The Netflix series Ancient Apocalypse, hosted by journalist and author Graham Hancock, presents a controversial take on the possibility of advanced prehistoric civilizations that existed before recorded history and were wiped out by a cataclysmic flood. Hancock, who is known for his alternative archaeology theories, explores ancient sites around the Read more…
The newly released Warriors album by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, a concept album based on a fictional New York gang, is making waves not only for its artistic depth but also for its thematic inspiration drawn from Xenophon’s Anabasis. This ancient Greek work, which recounts the journey of 10,000 Read more…
Kaos: A Modern Spin on Ancient Greek Mythology Kaos, a new Netflix series, is a bold and inventive reimagining of Greek mythology. Set in a world that blends the ancient with the contemporary, Kaos brings the timeless tales of gods and mortals to a modern audience with a fresh, irreverent, Read more…
Marvel Comics’ Elektra made a surprise appearance in Deadpool & Wolverine, so lets take a look at the history of Elektra and her roots in Greek myth. Marvel’s Elektra is a complex character who has become an iconic figure in the Marvel Universe, particularly in association with Daredevil. Created by Read more…
Alien Romulus is finally out in the cinemas, more than 7 years since the last Alien movie came out (Alien Covenant in 2017). The title immediately hints that there is some mythological connection to the theme of the movie, continuing the trend started in 2012’s Prometheus. In Prometheus they used Read more…
The Borderlands series, which just released a movie featured in the trailer above, is a unique and enduring franchise in the realm of video games. With its distinct blend of first-person shooting mechanics, role-playing elements, and dark humor, the series has captivated a broad audience since the release of the Read more…
Moulin Rouge! The Musical recently celebrated its fifth anniversary on Broadway, marking a significant milestone for this vibrant and audacious production. Since its premiere on July 25, 2019, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, the show has dazzled audiences with its electrifying blend of classic and contemporary pop hits, stunning visual Read more…
The Boys season 4 is finally out on Amazon Prime, after an almost 2 year break! To celebrate, lets take a look a bit at the show and how Greek mythology influenced many of the characters in the show. Greek mythology & The Boys The Boys, Amazon Prime’s critically acclaimed Read more…